Alabama Forestry Association

February 28–March 2, 2014

Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & SpaDestin, Florida

Join us for a cup of joe and enjoy your favorite summer activities during the waning days of winter by

attending our mid-winter meeting. Participate in educational programs, as well as recreational activities. Your chance to earn up to 3 CLE credits, 3 CPE credits, 9 CFE credits, and/or PLM credits. Come and share the fellowship and

opportunities to meet new people in our industry.

2014 Mid-Winter Meeting

S P E A K E R S

For accommodations: (800) 367-1271 or

www.sandestinbeachhilton.comUse the group code “AFA.” Room block expires Feb. 14.

Honorable Bradley Byrne ● U.S. Congressman

Honorable Kay Ivey ● Lt. Governor of the State of Alabama

Steve Pelham ● Chief of Staff – Lt. Governor Kay Ivey

David Perry ● Chief of Staff – Governor Robert Bentley

Martha Roby ● U.S. Congresswoman

Honorable Jeff Sessions ● United States Senator

Kevin Turner ● Chief of Staff – Attorney General Luther Strange

AG E N DA

Thursday, February 27, 2014Noon Exhibit Set up

Friday, February 28, 20148:00 am Registration Desk Opens

9:00 am ForestFund Trustees

1:00 CONTINUING EDUCATION SEMINAR – Threats to Landowners

3:30 pm AFA Executive Committee

4:30 pm Log a Load for Kids Foundation

4:30 pm ForestPAC Board of Directors

4:30 pm AFA Forest Operations Committee

5:30 pm Exhibits Open

6:00 pm Opening Reception

7:00 pm Fundraising Dinner for Senator Jeff Sessions – The Elephant Walk – By Invitation

Saturday, March 1, 20147:00 am Registration Desk Opens

7:30 am Exhibits Open

8:00 am Welcome & Overview

8:15 am Keynote Address – Senator Jeff Sessions

9:00 am Panel Discussion Reining in Over-Reaching Regulatory Agencies Congressman Bradley Byrne [invited]

Congresswoman Martha Roby [invited]

10:00 am Break

10:30 am Panel Discussion – Behind the Scenes in the State Capital

David Perry, Chief of Staff – Governor Robert Bentley

Steve Pelham, Chief of Staff – Lt. Governor Kay Ivey

Kevin Turner, Chief of Staff – Attorney General LutherStrange

Noon Adjourn

12:15 pm Golf Check In

1:00 pm CONTINUING FORESTRY EDUCATION SEMINAR

1:00 pm Load Weight Management: A Case for On-Board Scales

2:00 pm Independent Contractor Status

3:00 pm Political Activism for Foresters

6:30 pm Reception

Sunday, March 2, 20148:00 am Awards Breakfast

9:30 am Exhibit Breakdown

9:30 am AFA Board Meeting

February 28–March 2, 2014

Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa 4000 Sandestin Blvd South

Destin, Florida 32550

Meeting Registration & Sign-upPlease indicate below the events you and/or your spouse or guest plan to attend.

HOW MANY AMOUNT________ Member Registration $320________ Non-Member Registration* $395________ Spouse $180________ Youth Registration (10 and younger) $35

Cost included in registration, please indicate number attending each event:

________ Friday Reception________ Saturday Reception ________ Sunday Breakfast

OPTIONAL EVENTS________ Saturday Golf Tee times blocked for a 12:30 start $85

Optional Continuing Education Classes for Conference Registrants

Friday Continuing Education Seminar ________ Individual Registration $50

Lawyers earn 3 CLE creditsPLM 3 hours credit / CFE 3 contact hours credit Category 1Accountants earn 3 CPE credit hours

Saturday Continuing Education Seminar (Forestry)________ Forestry Continuing Education Class

3 CFE contact hours in Category 1 3 PLM credit hours $30

TOTAL AMOUNT DUE

In order to better monitor cost, name tags will be required at allevents. Your badge will serve as your admission ticket. If you

need assistance, an AFA staff person will be available at all times to assist you.

Refunds cannot be made on registration cancellations after Wednesday, February 19, 2014

Complete and return to:Liz ChambersAlabama Forestry Association555 Alabama St.Montgomery, AL 36104Fax: (334) 262-1258Ph: (334) 481-2135E-mail: lchambers@alaforestry.org

Contact Information

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Phone _______________________________________________________ Email___________________________________________________

Please list all attendees’ full names for name tags.

Method of Payment� Check � Credit Card TOTAL AMOUNT ____________

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AFA 2014 Mid-Winter Meeting Registration

*Join today and save. For membership information and application go to www.alaforestry.org and click on “Join AFA” or call 334-265-8733.

February 28–March 2, 2014Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa, Destin, Florida

S P E C I A L C O N T I N U I N G E D U C AT I O N S E M I N A RJoin us on Friday, February 28 1:00 pm until 4:00 pm for a spe-cial Continuing Education Seminar which will offer the latestinformation on current concerns related to our industry. The3-hour course qualifies for Continuing Legal Education cred-its, Continuing Professional Education credits, ProfessionalLogging Manager credits, and Continuing Forestry Educationcredits. This seminar has been tailored to benefit all landown-ers and anyone who is employed, directly or indirectly, by ourindustry.

AC C O M M O DAT I O N S Hotel reservations can be made by calling the hotel directly(800) 367-1271 or visit their website at www.hilton.com. Usethe code “AFA” to secure the special rate of $135 (includesself-parking). Room block expires Feb. 14, 2014.

ALABAMA FORESTRYA S S O C I A T I O N

555 Alabama Street ß Montgomery, AL ß 36104-4395

W H O S H O U L D AT T E N DTimberland owners, foresters, consultants, mill employees,loggers, and anyone who is interested or directly involved inthe forest industry in Alabama.

G O L FGolf will be at the Links Golf Course, available by free shut-tle from the front of the hotel. Fees include tee time andgreens fees. Play at your own pace and enjoy the beautifultree-lined course that offers an incredible view of the Gulf ofMexico and Choctawhatchee Bay.

T R E E FA R M R A F F L E

Support the future of forestry in Alabama—all proceeds from the raffle will benefit the Alabama Tree Farm Program. Alabama has the oldest Tree Farm program and is currentlynumber one in the nation in enrolled acres in the program.The raffle prize is a Remington 11-87 Sportsman Super MagShurshot 12 gauge. Tickets may be purchased onsite at themeeting. You do not have to be present to win.

Sun & Fun! Golf! Awards! Learn & Earn!